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There's no denying the wide appeal of the Hamptons aesthetic but it's a look that can require deep pockets. But it's not always the case according to interior designer and Hamptons expert Natalee Bowen who shows us how you can get the look with a budget ranging from just $10,000 to $30,000. "Whatever your budget, the key to the Hamptons style is …
From LG's new matte black range to Smeg's new white appliances and fabulous wine cellars, there's plenty to love in our latest round-up of kitchen finds. LG Matte Black appliance range: With matte black a solid trend at present, LG has released a range of complementary on-trend appliances. The range includes a microwave, dishwasher and fridge …
Home to a young Sydney couple, this Drummoyne apartment underwent a makeover recently by the team at Integriti Projects in a process that took seven months. “The overall aim was to create more space and light and inject some Scandinavian style,” says Integriti Projects design coordinator Tiffany Booke, who has created a timeless monochromatic …
By Bradley Beer While property investing is one of Australia’s favourite pastimes, it doesn’t mean it’s always an easy ride. There are ups and down and certainly rewards to reap, but you do have to put in some groundwork and planning to become a successful investor. While this can seem overwhelming at times – especially for first time …
It’s hard to believe that this Sydney home was built in 2012. Designed in Federation style, the Balgowlah family residence has very high ceilings, decorative cornices, ceiling roses and stained-glass windows with the benefit of modern, open-plan living too. “The home has a contemporary, open-plan living space so is very much built for today. …
Located in Mooloolaba, in the heart of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, this average suburban home got a serious makeover recently by the team at Black and White Projects, making it fit for sale. “The home is located minutes from the beach and situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. The house was a long term rental in need of a renovation and we …
This recently refurbished, warm and welcoming three storey London townhouse has made Jen a little homesick and, with its gorgeous period details, I can totally see why. Located in the well-heeled North London suburb of Highgate, the renovation combines a calming colour palette, plenty of natural light and a gorgeous indoor/outdoor area that puts …
Spring is certainly the season to renovate and shows like The Block are inspiring many of us to change things up in our own homes. Even though there are lots of DIYs you can easily do yourself, there are certain things you should leave to the professionals to avoid a reno disaster. We spoke to real life tradies Mark Menegatti and Adrian …
Australians remain enthusiastic renovators if the results from the 2018 Houzz & Home Australia Study are anything to go by. The survey of more than 7,200 people revealed that more than half of homeowners on Houzz Australia are planning to renovate (57 per cent) at a median spend of $25,000 per room and that the kitchen is the most popular room …
Lauded for their fabulous renovation projects, Three Birds Renovations recently undertook their biggest project yet – the home of the company’s creative director Bonnie Hindmarsh. Located on five acres in Sydney’s Hills District, the sprawling self-described ‘modern coastal barn’ is home to her family of six and brings the designer’s love of …
